Convert mina (Biblical Greek) to assarion (Biblical Roman)

Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Greek) [mina (BG)] to assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion], or Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to mina (Biblical Greek).




How to Convert Mina (Biblical Greek) to Assarion (Biblical Roman)

1 mina (BG) = 1416.66666666667 assarion

Example: convert 15 mina (BG) to assarion:
15 mina (BG) = 15 Γ— 1416.66666666667 assarion = 21250 assarion


Mina (Biblical Greek) to Assarion (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table

mina (Biblical Greek) assarion (Biblical Roman)

Mina (Biblical Greek)

The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical Greek contexts, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 0.6 kilograms.

History/Origin

The mina was used in the ancient Near East, including Greece and the Levant, dating back to the early Iron Age. It was a standard measure for trade and commerce in biblical times and was later adopted in various forms by different cultures.

Current Use

Today, the mina is primarily used in historical and biblical studies to understand ancient texts and measurements. It is not used as a modern unit of measurement but is included in historical weight and mass converters for educational purposes.


Assarion (Biblical Roman)

The assarion was a small Roman bronze or copper coin used in ancient times, often as a unit of weight and currency.

History/Origin

Originating in the Roman Empire, the assarion was used during the late Republic and early Imperial periods, primarily in the Eastern provinces. It served both as a monetary unit and a standard for measuring small weights.

Current Use

The assarion is no longer in use today. It is primarily of historical interest and is referenced in studies of ancient Roman economy and numismatics.



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